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Energy & Transport
Energy and transport in Kenya: power, roads, aviation, ports and infrastructure projects that move people and goods.
Enziu River Bridge nears completion as government commits more funds
The multi-million-shilling Enziu River Bridge in Mwingi, Kitui, is nearing completion after the government committed additional funds to finish the long-awaited link.
Murkomen warns delayed contractors they will be replaced
The government has warned contractors on stalled projects that they face replacement, with the Kenya Kwanza administration stressing commitment to completing unfinished works.
Energy firms crowd KenGen’s Naivasha industrial park as new revenue stream
KenGen’s Naivasha industrial park is emerging as a fresh revenue stream for the power producer, with energy-related firms dominating occupancy and eyeing tax and infrastructure incentives.
Kenya Airways deploys Boeing 777-300ER on Nairobi–London route
Kenya Airways has deployed a Boeing 777-300ER on the Nairobi–London route as part of capacity plans that also reference wider JKIA passenger handling growth ambitions.
SafariLink expands fleet as Kenya tourism boom lifts domestic air demand
SafariLink is stepping up fleet expansion as robust international tourist arrivals boost demand for domestic flights to Kenya’s parks and coastal destinations.
Kenya Airways cancels New York–Nairobi flight after severe weather
Kenya Airways cancelled a New York to Nairobi service scheduled around 18 July 2026 after severe weather disrupted the planned departure, the airline said in a passenger notice.
Voi–Taveta railway works hit 70 per cent as Kenya–Tanzania rail link advances
Kenya Railways says earthworks on the Voi–Taveta meter-gauge rehabilitation have reached about 70 per cent, moving the Kenya–Tanzania rail link closer to improved cross-border connectivity.
Costly battery-swap franchises stall Kenya’s e-bike expansion
High costs of battery-swap franchises are slowing e-bike growth in Kenya even though motorcycles make up about 96 per cent of the country’s roughly 25,000 electric vehicles.
BasiGo pushes electric buses upcountry with four new charging stations
Electric bus operator BasiGo is targeting upcountry routes with four additional charging stations, expanding beyond more than ten Nairobi sites that serve its e-bus fleet.